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News & Commentary

The latest passenger rail and transit news

Investment: the logic behind Amtrak’s Acela RFP

Europe Is Committed to Developing its Railways Even Further

With First Phase Under its Belt, DC Eyes Future Streetcar Expansion

Shovels in the Ground for California's High Speed Rail Line

NARP Welcomes New Intern Karl Haljasmets

Train Wars: The Passengers Strike Back

House Lands Sneak Attack on Amtrak

Young Advocates Testify in Support of California High Speed Rail

Amtrak Bicycle Task Force: Bringing Bikes on Board

NARP Welcomes New Intern Henry Zuo

But wait, there's less! — In the Face of Congressional Cuts, Amtrak Slashes On-Board Amenities

Regional Flight Cuts Damage Mobility and Economic Development

Maryland Commuter Train, MARC, Experiences Continuous Increase in Ridership

NARP Responds to Attacks on Amtrak on Wisconsin Public Radio

Members of Congress Respond to Passenger Outcry

NARP Welcomes New Intern Maxime Devilliers

Join America's Mayors in Asking Congress for Better Train Service!

President Calls for End to Infrastructure Crisis in Tappan Zee Bridge Speech

"When [NARP] comes to Washington, you help embolden us in our efforts to continue the progress for passenger rail. And not just on the Northeast Corridor. All over America! High-speed rail, passenger rail is coming to America, thanks to a lot of your efforts! We’re partners in this. ... You are the ones that are going to make this happen. Do not be dissuaded by the naysayers. There are thousands of people all over America who are for passenger rail and you represent the best of what America is about!"

Secretary Ray LaHood, U.S. Department of Transportation
2012 NARP Spring Council Meeting